Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Virginia

A Sterile Supply Technician, also known as a Central Processing Technician or Sterile Processing Technician, plays a crucial role in the medical technology industry by ensuring that all surgical tools and supplies are sterilized and ready for use. These professionals are responsible for cleaning, sterilizing, and assembling surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies. They also examine equipment to detect leaks, worn or loose parts, or other indications of disrepair. Their goal is to prevent infections and ensure patient safety by properly decontaminating, sterilizing, storing, and distributing surgical instruments and devices.

Important skills for a Sterile Supply Technician include meticulous attention to detail, understanding of sterilization techniques, and the ability to follow strict protocols and regulations. They should also have good manual dexterity, physical stamina, and the ability to work well in a team. Required certifications typically include the Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification or the Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) certification. Before becoming a Sterile Supply Technician, a person may have job roles such as a Medical Equipment Preparer, Operating Room Assistant, or Medical Assistant.

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Travel Surgical Tech Certified Sterile Processing Technician SPT

  • Martinsville, VA
  • moments ago
  • Martinsville, VA
  • moments ago

THE POSITION: Sterile Processing Technicians operate the sterilizing equipment such as the autoclave that sterilizes equipment, gloves, and needles....

Travel Sterile Processing Tech (SP Technician) Martinsville, Virginia 948898

  • Martinsville, VA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Martinsville, VA
  • 1 hour ago

Job Details Start Date 04/01/2025 Shift Days Duration 13 weeks Specialty Sterile Processing Tech, Travel Allied City Martinsville State VA Experience 1 Years Estimated Pay $954.00 - $1,204.00 weekly...

Travel Sterile Processing Tech - 880429

  • Martinsville, VA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Martinsville, VA
  • 11 hours ago

Sterile Processing Tech Location: Martinsville, VA Start Date: 04/01/2025 Shift: 5x8 Days Setting: Hospital Apply online or contact us ASAP for more information on this great opportunity!...

Sterile Processing Technician - Central Sterile, Full Time, Evenings

  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary: This position is responsible for the cleaning, disinfection, inspection, assembly and sterilization of instruments, supplies, linens and assembly of surgical case carts in Sterile Processing...

Sterile Processing Technician - Intermediate - Full Time First Shif

  • Front Royal, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Front Royal, VA
  • 5 days ago

Department PROCESSING - 256252 Worker Sub Type Regular Work Shift First Shift (United States of America) Pay Grade Job Description Sterile Processing Technicians carry out the task of decontamination...

Sterile Processing Supervisor

  • Arlington, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 7 days ago

Position Title Sterile Processing Supervisor Job Description Purpose & Scope: The Supervisor of Central Sterile Processing supervises and coordinates the activities of personnel engaged in collecting...

Sterile Processing Manager

  • Arlington, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 7 days ago

Position Title Sterile Processing Manager Job Description Purpose & Scope: The Sterile Processing Manager will have oversight for all activates associated with the VHC Health System Sterile Processing...

Sterile Processing Technician II

  • Arlington, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 7 days ago

Position Title Sterile Processing Technician II Job Description Purpose & Scope: Responsible for cleaning and decontaminating medical equipment and instrumentation; preparing sterile procedure trays...

Sterile Processing Technician III, Outpatient Pavilion

  • Arlington, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 7 days ago

Position Title Sterile Processing Technician III, Outpatient Pavilion Job Description Purpose & Scope: Responsible for cleaning and decontaminating medical equipment and instrumentation; preparing sterile...

Sterile Processing Technician III

  • Arlington, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 7 days ago

Position Title Sterile Processing Technician III Job Description Purpose & Scope: Responsible for cleaning and decontaminating medical equipment and instrumentation; preparing sterile procedure trays...

Medical Supply Tech (Sterile Processing)

  • Hampton, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Hampton, VA
  • 9 days ago

All personnel involved with the use of RMD must be familiar with which items are reprocessed locally (on unit) and/or which items are sent to Sterile Processing for reprocessing and/or sterilization...

Sterile Processing - Sterile Processing Technician

  • Richmond, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 10 days ago

Location: Henrico Doctors Hospital-Parham VA - 7700 East Parham Road Richmond, VA 23294 ID: 907036 Job Board: EV IND_2 **ReqID:** 907036 **Category:** Sterile Processing **Specialty:** Sterile Processing...

Sterile Processing Tech - CHOPS

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 10 days ago

Nearest Major Market: Roanoke Job Segment: Sterile Processing, Medical Technologist, Neurology, Orthopedic, Patient Care, Healthcare...

Certified Central Sterile Technician - Offsite Reprocessing Center

  • Richmond, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 12 days ago

Harmonized - Sterile Processing Technician Certified 210T09 Offisite Reprocessing Center - 2521 Brittons Hill Rd Richmond VA Job Summary: The Sterile Processing Technician Certified, under general supervision...

Certified Sterile Processing Technician (CRCST) - St Francis Medical Center

  • Midlothian, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Midlothian, VA
  • 12 days ago

S cheduled Weekly Hours: 0.01 Work Shift: Evenings/Nights (United States of America) PRN Evening Shift Primary Function/General Purpose of Position The Sterile Processing Technician Non-Certified, under...

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Salary for Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Virginia

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Highest Education Level

Sterile Supply Technicians in Virginia offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
27.9%
Associate's Degree
22.1%
Bachelor's Degree
21.8%
High School or GED
20.2%
Master's Degree
4.1%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
1.3%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Sterile Supply Technicians in Virginia
1-2 years
39.2%
None
24.9%
Less than 1 year
18.2%
4-6 years
14.6%
2-4 years
3.0%


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